The Trinity College professor reached the peak of the world's highest mountain this morning.
The 39-year-old was part of an eight -member expedition that includes a number of Irish climbers.
In a statement, Trinity College Dublin says it is offering any support it can to his family at this extremely distressing time, and remains hopeful that he will be found safely as soon as possible.
The Department of Foreign Affairs says it stands ready to provide consular assistance if requested.
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A new community based organisation which aims to raise awareness of the unacceptable scourge of domestic abuse has launched in County Wicklow.
Wicklow Fire Service Attend To Fire On Coillte Lands Near Djouce Woodlands
Fire crews from Greystones and Bray worked through to the early morning to contain the large blaze, which had spread across stockpiles of ‘brash bundling.’
Tributes Paid To Former Wicklow GAA Manager Mick O' Dwyer Following His Death Aged 88
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Planning Application Lodged To Turn Wicklow Pub Into IPAS Centre
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Inquest Hears 2 Year Old Girl Died Of Brain Damage Following Choking Incident At Greystones Creche
Lauren Boland’s inquest was held at Dublin District Coroner’s Court this afternoon.
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